The City of Anaheim Public Utilities Department is seeking a talented and organized Financial Accounting Manager to direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate assigned activities and operations of the accounting and/or finance section within the Public Utilities Department; provide highly responsible, complex professional accounting, financial reporting, and audit functions; to coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies, and partner joint action agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to assigned management staff.

The ideal candidate will have experience directing accounting, inventory control, auditing, and
financial planning/reporting and analysis. Knowledge in accounting policies and procedures and recommend changes which are designed to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting operations. Experience assisting auditors with audits, as well as monitor internal controls and system procedures and direct the development and maintenance of computer software in the financial accounting and budgetary area.

The Financial Accounting Manager will consult with other governmental agencies, utility, and water associations and assisting the development of annual and periodic disclosure documents for municipal bond financing activities and present accounting practices to ensure conformance with established policies and procedures applicable to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).

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Deadline to apply: March 28, 2025 5:00PM Pacific 

Experience and Education:
Six (6) years of increasingly responsible professional accounting and finance experience including two (2) years of administrative and supervisory responsibility supplemented by a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, public administration, business administration, or a related field. An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Knowledge of:
Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a public utility finance program; principles and practices of financial management; knowledge of the FERC Uniform System of Accounts; generally accepted accounting principles; accounting and auditing theory; practices and procedures of business data processing as it relates to accounting information; financing methods and resources; automated financial and work management systems; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration; principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Ability to:
Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive governmental finance program; oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of lower level staff; select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff; participate in the development and administration of division goals, objectives, and procedures; prepare and administer large program budgets; prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports; implement audit recommendations; develop and maintain accounting procedure manuals and maintain accounting data and records; develop and implement systems and procedures; negotiate terms, fees, and conditions of financial agreements with underwriters, attorneys, banks and agents; effectively utilize automated financial and work management systems; be an effective leader in the development and implementation of new and upgraded automated systems; represent the department effectively in meetings, including making presentations; operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals; research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques; interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

License/Certification Required:
Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license. Current registration as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant.

About City of Anaheim - Public Utilities

Anaheim is a full-service city supporting more than 358,000 residents, 20,000 businesses, and 25 million annual visitors. The city provides public safety through the Anaheim Police Department and Anaheim Fire & Rescue, water and power service through Anaheim Public Utilities, parks, community centers, family services and libraries through Anaheim Community Services, neighborhood and transportation improvements through Anaheim Public Works, and community revitalization through Community & Economic Development. Anaheim is a modern, diverse city with a proud history dating back to its 1857 founding. Anaheim is known worldwide as the home of the Disneyland Resort, including Walt Disney’s original Disneyland Park, as well as Angel Stadium of Anaheim and Angels Baseball, Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks, and the Anaheim Convention Center, the largest on the West Coast. Anaheim’s thriving visitor industry and business community help support the city’s neighborhoods and make Anaheim a great place to live, work, and play.

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